Your new parakeet will spend most of his time in his cage, so the parakeet cage you choose for your pet is of great importance. Choosing the right bird cage for your parakeet will ensure that he feels comfortable and secure in his new home. Here are some important points to keep in mind while you're looking for the best cage.
If you want a happy parakeet, make sure you get the largest cage you can afford and have space for. Make sure your bird has room to move around and fully expand his wings. You don't want him poking his delicate feathers through the bars when he stretches his wings.
Parakeets tend to be more active than larger parrots. If you plan on keeping your bird in his cage 24/7, then the cage will need to be large enough for your parakeet to exercise. The minimum recommended cage size if you have one bird is 18" wide x 14" deep x 22" high.
You should also take into consideration the shape of the parakeet cage. A rectangular cage is preferable to a round cage. Your parakeet will feel safer in his cage if he has corners to perch in.
You should also consider the material the cage is made of. You'll want a metal cage made of stainless steel or brass. A parakeet will destroy a plastic, wooden, or bamboo cage.
Some cages are painted, and this is not good because paint can chip off and it could be harmful to your parakeet. Powder-coating is okay since this method chemically bonds the color to the metal. Also be sure the cage is free of lead and zinc.
You'll also need to consider how much space there is between the bars of the cage. Make sure the distance between the bars is less than 1/2" so your parakeet doesn't get his head stuck between the bars. Most cages have vertical bars, but if you can find one with horizontal bars, your bird will be able to climb up and down the sides of the cage.
Consider how easy the cage will be to clean. Many parakeet cages have trays in the bottom that can slide out for easy cleaning. It's also preferable if the cage has a grate at the bottom so droppings can fall through to the tray and your bird won't be in contact with the mess.
Check the size of the cage doors. How easy is it to place your hand inside the cage to remove toys and food and water containers when they need to be cleaned? The cleaner you can keep the cage, the healthier your parakeet will be.
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